Gaborone, << `gahb` uh ROH nee >> (pop. 246,325), is the capital and largest city of Botswana. Gaborone lies in the southern part of the country. The city was formerly called Gaberones.
Gaborone is a carefully planned city. Much of it has been built up since 1966, when it became Botswana’s capital. Gaborone has many modern government buildings and residential areas. It also has a national museum and art gallery. The University of Botswana and an agricultural college are in Gaborone. The government is a major employer in the city. An airport and a railroad serve Gaborone.
Gaborone was founded in the 1890’s. It was a small village until it became the capital. The presence of the national government in Gaborone has helped the city grow rapidly.
